Cinetopia Film Festival

03/28/2025

Cinetopia Film Festival is BACK!
May 15–18 | Michigan & State Theaters

We’re thrilled to unveil the 2025 festival lineup—a bold and unforgettable mix of the world’s best films from the world’s best festivals 🌍

Highlights include: Friendship – Detroit’s own Tim Robinson stars alongside Paul Rudd in a hilariously chaotic suburban spiral. (Midwest Premiere)

Lady Parts – A laugh-out-loud, deeply honest exploration of women's health. (Michigan Premiere)

Vulcanizadora – A chilling, slow-burn thriller from Michigan indie legend Joel Potrykus.

🎟️ And starting TODAY, passes are officially on sale!

Secure yours now and get ready to discover this year’s must-see films, special guests, and one-of-a-kind festival moments.

📲 Explore the full lineup + get your pass: https://ow.ly/AMGb50VpPzx

02/21/2025

CALLING ALL LOCAL FILMMAKERS! Submissions are open for Michigan-Made Short Films to screen during this year's Cinetopia Film Festival, May 15-18th!

Selected shorts will screen throughout the festival, with a Spotlight Program on Sunday May 18th.

Eligible shorts must be shot in Michigan, all genres and categories of short films will be reviewed, and submissions are open through April 20th.

Submit via https://filmfreeway.com/CinetopiaFilmFestival

Get ready for the Cinetopia Film Festival, Ann Arbor's celebration of "the world's best films from the world's best festivals", happening May 14th -18th! Thi...

12/04/2024

Have you heard? The Cinetopia 2024 alumni For When You Get Lost is now available to rent and buy on Apple, Amazon Prime and Vudu/Fandango!

This emotional, heartwarming film follows a family struggling to come together after their father passes. Grab a snack, and some tissues, and enjoy this movie in the comfort of your own home.

12/03/2024

Without things like our Cinetopia Film Festival wouldn't be possible. Consider giving back today!

Together, we can keep the history and magic of our theaters alive. This , your support helps us continue to preserve these historic spaces for generations to come.

Every donation, big or small, makes a difference—and will be matched dollar for dollar! Donate now at marquee-arts.org/support

10/19/2024

🎬✨ Now’s your chance to give back! ✨🎬

Help us make the Cinetopia Film Festival 2025 season our best one yet! By donating today, you’ll be ensuring an even more incredible festival experience in May 2025. Every contribution counts and makes a lasting impact!

Let’s come together to celebrate the art of film and keep the magic alive in our community.

Click the link in our bio to donate and be part of something amazing! 💚

09/24/2024

🎬✨ The Cinetopia Film Festival is back for its 10th year! ✨🎬

We’re proud to continue bringing incredible films from around the world to Ann Arbor—but we need YOUR support to make it happen!

Your donation helps enrich our community and amplifies underrepresented voices in cinema. Let's keep the spirit of independent film alive together!

Donate today to make a difference and support the arts! https://ow.ly/f6HF50Tulhc

09/23/2024

The Film Festival is coming May 8-18, 2025 to The Michigan and State Theaters! Keep checking back here for the latest news for next year's festival or check out marquee-arts.org/cinetopia

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07/04/2024

🎆 Happy 4th of July!

We hope everyone has a safe and fun holiday. Enjoy the celebrations!

07/01/2024

The results are in from the 2024 Cinetopia Film Festival! 🎉

U.S. Narrative: For When You Get Lost
International Narrative: 10 Lives
U.S. Documentary: Daughters
International Documentary: Soundtrack to a Coup d'Etat

A huge thank you to everyone who voted! We can't wait to see you all again next year.

06/25/2024

Whether or not Ann Arbor’s Bobby Fox, the author of the book "Love & Vodka", ever thought such a dream could come true, Ypsilanti filmmaker Heidi Philipsen-Meissner made it happen. Heidi and Bobby join Deb Polich on this edition of "creative:impact" to talk about their experience at the Love & Vod...